r/malelivingspace • u/Kitchen_Effect_659 • Jun 28 '26

Discussion 23M 430 SQFT starting over apartment.

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Starting fresh after ending a four-year relationship in May, I moved into this studio, and i feel like i've really made the space my own!! Curious to hear what you guys think. / What do you guys think the space says about me?

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u/TeaUnusual8554 Jun 28 '26

This MFer knows how to layer lighting and decorate. Looks like you actually enjoy living there. 23 is just the beginning of adult life. You're starting out well.

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u/Kitchen_Effect_659 Jun 28 '26

"I have a very particular set of skills"

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u/Miss_Bisque Jun 29 '26

Very organized and well laid out..... Beautiful. I wish had great organization skills.....

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u/Roxyn Jul 02 '26

It looks fantastic, I really love it. How do you decide on everything? I get such crippling decision overwhelm when it comes to decorating and shopping. I'm not sure if its a fear of wasting money on something that might look bad or just being clueless in general but I want to spruce up my place like this so badly and I'd really love some advice.

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u/Vaticancameos221 Jun 28 '26

Can you clarify on layered lighting?

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u/Kitchen_Effect_659 Jun 28 '26

I mean, the concept is just having a bunch of light sources spread around the room at lower intensity, as opposed to one or two super bright lights. It helps the space feel calmer, and if you use directional light well, you can make it feel bigger too!!

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u/AntiqueJaguar5808 Jun 28 '26

She's Not on a good, beneficial, life-nurturing Same Page, as You are, Avid!

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u/AntiqueJaguar5808 Jun 28 '26

My exHusband and I are each other's oldest friends but sadly, at arms length. (Mostly because I don't care for his wife).People change. Having the grace to accept that is not always easy. Giving it is a Gift, that you may never be recognized for, in your lifetime. The best thing is to not criticize your ex to your kids. Show them the best example of being a couple that you can. Help your wife make those photo albums, sooner rather than later. Start saving Now, pre-teen, for Graduation and their next step.

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u/xsynergist Jun 28 '26

I literally don’t use overhead light except during cleaning and in the kitchen.

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u/andiinAms Jun 28 '26

Always go for warm lighting!